Halle
Meaning of Halle
The name Halle is a charming and modern choice for baby girls, pronounced as HAL-ee (/ˈhæli/). It has its roots in Old English, where it was originally a surname meaning "dweller at the hall meadow" or "from the manor." Over time, Halle has evolved into a popular first name, often associated with grace and elegance. One notable bearer of the name is Halle Berry, an Academy Award-winning actress known for her beauty and talent, which adds a touch of Hollywood glamour to the name.
Halle has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States over recent decades. While it enjoyed moderate use throughout the mid-20th century, it gained significant traction in the early 2000s. The name reached its peak popularity in 2002 when it ranked 316th among newborn girls. Since then, Halle has maintained a steady presence on baby name charts, ranking 684th in 2023 with 422 occurrences.
A common variation of this lovely name is Hallie, which shares the same pronunciation but offers a slightly different spelling option for parents seeking variety. Overall, Halle remains an appealing and timeless choice that embodies both historical depth and contemporary chic.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as HAL-ee (/ˈhæli/)
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Notable People Named Halle
| Halle Berry is an American actress known for her breakthrough role in Boomerang and her award-winning performance in Introducing Dorothy Dandridge. |
| Halle Lynn Bailey is an American singer and actress known for her work as one half of the musical duo Chloe x Halle, and for her solo debut single "Angel" which earned a Grammy Award nomination. |
| Halle Tanner Dillon Johnson was the first woman to be licensed as a physician in Alabama and a pioneering American physician. |
